NHTSA recall 04V601000
Structure › Body › Roof and pillars
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet and 1 more
Reported Dec 30, 20048,638 vehicles affectedPORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the softtop structure catch lever tension can ease resulting in a crack.
The risk
The softtop can inadvertently open startling the driver, which could result in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the roof alignment and roof locking pins. in addition, the two roof locking motors will be replaced. also a new sensor system within the motor assembly will provide an improved control signal to the instrument cluster if the roof IS not properly closed when the driver drives off. the recall began january 18, 2005. owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.